This choral suite captures all the drama emotion and history of America's Civil War past. John Jacobson's strongly evocative narration will make this a program meaningful to students and audiences alike. Songs include: TheBattle Cry of Freedom; Battle Hymn of the Republic; The Blue Tail Fly; The Cruel War Is Raging; Goober Peas; Good News; Johnny Has Gone for a Soldier; Oh! Susanna; Shenandoah; Tramp Tramp Tramp; When Johnny Comes Marching Home.Available: SATB SAB 2-Part Instrumental Pak ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 24:00.

Taking a text from As You Like It for its lyrics Under The Greenwood Tree (Op.24 No.1) was written in 1917 by Herbert Howells. It is the first in a collection of 3 songs all of which are settings of poems from plays by Shakespeare. It is scored for two Voice parts (either soloists or choruses) with Piano accompaniment and dedicated to Brian.Herbert Howells (1892-1983) was an English composer and teacher who is perhaps best known for his choral music in the Anglican tradition.

This perennial Christmas carol is skillfully set here by master arranger John Leavitt. With flowing lines and accessible choral parts this anthem will provide a beautiful worship moment in any Christmas worship setting. Availableseparately: SATB 2-Part BonusTrax CD. Score and parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn perc 1-2 hp vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Duration: ca. 2:10.

Share the good news of the Baby's birth with this gospel flavored original! Easy call-and-response lines highlight a solo or small group with solid choral back-up all over a vibrant piano accompaniment. Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part. Duration: ca. 2:40.

2 Part-Go With a Song In Your Heart is a sort of secular blessing appropriate for graduation ceremonies or any final concert programme of a camp convention or gathering. It is suitable for amateur or young Choruses.Contemporary American composing partnership Don Besig and Nancy Price has produced more than four hundred works for school and church choirs. These award-winning composers are active as conductors adjudicators and Choral clinicians.

From the warm opening choral textures through the magnificent finale this concert setting by Audrey Snyder will be a powerful addition to any concert program. Available: SATB SAB 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00.

appealing music for the smaller choir- Simon Mold's The Waiting World is a beautiful carol for SA choir. Workshops by the young choral director Matthew Lazenby are available for small choirs using the Accessible Choral Library series. Please contact the publishers for details.

This great collection presents a varied selection of pieces flexibly scored in one two or sometimes three easy parts. Suitable for choirs of all types each arrangement comes with helpful tips from advice on vocal technique to developing good choral practice. There are ideas to enhance your performance beyond the music and excersises based on the pieces to help improve your singing both individually and as a choir. This title comes with SoundCheck an interactive practice tool. With automatic score following looping and tempo controls you can practise music your way. Also included are piano accompaniments and melodydemonstrations to stream or download as well as a digital version of your book to use on any device.

Jill Gallina has written an up-tempo program opener or closer for your holiday concert. The multicultural message wishes holiday greetings for Christmas Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. The use of some foreign text adds extra teachingopportunities. Joyous energy is created with this original choral.

Choral Selections from the Movie-Set against the backdrop of 19th century France Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love passion sacrifice and redemption - a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. Now an epic motion picture you will thrill to the beloved songs and story through this spectacular 20-minute choral showcase. Songs include: At the End of the Day Suddenly I Dreamed a Dream Master of the House Castle on a Cloud On My Own One Day More Empty Chairs at Empty Tables Bring Him Home Finale - Do You Hear the People Sing?.

(Choral Medley) Discovery Level 3-Written for a middle school honor choir this short medley of three patriotic classics will bring an inspiring conclusion to concert and festival performances. It can be programmed by treble choirs by male choirs or combine thetwo for a powerful mixed choir concert finale. Songs include: My Country 'Tis of Thee; This Is My Song (A Song of Peace); America the Beautiful. Available separately: SA TB VoiceTrax CD. Discovery Level 3. Duration: ca.3:25.

Uses: General Scripture: Psalm 118:24 Filled with energy and joy this spirited anthem celebrates the gift of each new day. Familiar words from Psalm 118:24 along with new original text remind usthat every good gift comes from God and is worthy of praise. Repetition throughout the piece makes the anthem easy to learn and especially useful at the start of a new choir year. A spoken ending with handclaps adds an extra layerof fun to the piece. Available separately: Unison/opt. 2-Part Treble CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00

Uses: GeneralScripture: Joshua 1:9; Psalm 24:1-2; Psalm 89:11Substance and beauty are found in this melodic sacred choral. Asking such questions as “who put the sand in the ocean?” and“who held the waters in place?” the anthem provides the answer: the God of all glory and grace. The pleasant lilt of the music is immediately attractive and the addition of a simple second voice adds a perfect touchto the anthem's positive impact. Consider using the optional violin (or C instrument) part for some pleasing additional texture.

Uses: Youth Concert Epiphany General SpiritualScripture: Matthew 5:14-16 II Samuel 7:18-19. 24-29 Psalm 132 Mark 4:21-24The spiritual “This Little Light of Mine” is a favorite withchildren and adults alike. When you combine it with the crafting of master arrangers and fresh updated lyrics you have a recipe for success. Two voicing options increase programming flexibility and the easily learned piano partis pure joy. A real winner!